Complete 2026 pay scale for O-2E (prior enlisted). Base pay by years of service, monthly and annual.
| Years of service | Monthly base pay | Annual base pay |
|---|---|---|
| 4 | $6,484.50 | $77,814.00 |
| 6 | $6,617.70 | $79,412.40 |
| 8 | $6,828.00 | $81,936.00 |
| 10 | $7,184.10 | $86,209.20 |
| 12 | $7,458.90 | $89,506.80 |
| 14 | $7,663.50 | $91,962.00 |
| 16 | $7,663.50 | $91,962.00 |
| 18 | $7,663.50 | $91,962.00 |
| 20 | $7,663.50 | $91,962.00 |
| 22 | $7,663.50 | $91,962.00 |
| 24 | $7,663.50 | $91,962.00 |
| 26 | $7,663.50 | $91,962.00 |
| 28 | $7,663.50 | $91,962.00 |
| 30 | $7,663.50 | $91,962.00 |
These are base pay figures only. Add BAS (food allowance) and BAH (housing allowance by location) for total compensation.
Data: 2026 military pay tables (DoD), BAH rates, and VA compensation schedules as bundled in the VetPaycheck app. Last updated 2026-10-11. Figures are monthly gross before taxes. For planning only; verify with DFAS/VA.